China’s technology sector continues to evolve rapidly, driven by a new generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and researchers recognized in the country’s prestigious “30 Under 30” program. These young leaders are transforming industries, introducing cutting-edge technologies, and influencing the direction of China’s digital economy.
IntroductionChina’s rapid economic and technological transformation has often been linked to established giants such as Baidu, Tencent, and Alibaba. Yet a new generation of innovators is reshaping the landscape. Many of them appear in Forbes China’s “30 Under 30” lists, representing fields as
How Tang Wei, a 24-year-old artist, is blending traditional Chinese aesthetics with NFTs and virtual galleries. A Childhood Surrounded by Brushes and Screens Tang Wei (24) grew up in Suzhou, a city famous for its gardens and calligraphy traditions. His grandfather was a
How Zhou Feng, a 23-year-old coder, is shaping blockchain’s future within China’s strict regulatory framework. From Coding Clubs to Crypto Labs Zhou Feng (23) grew up in Chengdu, a city more famous for hotpot and pandas than fintech. At age 16, he joined
How Zhang Yue, a 25-year-old entrepreneur, is using AI to bring accessible healthcare to China’s communities. From Patient Lines to Digital Solutions Zhang Yue (25) grew up in Wuhan, where long hospital lines were part of everyday life. Watching her grandparents wait hours
How Ma Li, a 25-year-old filmmaker, is giving China’s migrant youth a voice through independent cinema. A Camera in Hand, a Story in Heart Ma Li (25) grew up in Chongqing, a city of endless high-rises and constant migration. Her parents were among
How Liu Bo, a 27-year-old engineer at BYD, is driving breakthroughs in solid-state battery technology. Growing Up in the Age of Change Liu Bo (27) grew up in Changsha, Hunan province, where smoggy skies were once the norm. As a boy, he often
How Xu Jie, a 28-year-old entrepreneur from Shanghai, is building a logistics tech company that connects China’s supply chains with the world. From Port City Childhood to Global Vision Xu Jie (28) grew up in Shanghai, a city defined by its bustling ports
How He Fang, a 29-year-old diplomat, is bringing China’s Gen Z perspective to global climate negotiations. From Local Roots to Global Platforms He Fang (29) grew up in Nanjing, surrounded by historical reminders of China’s resilience. As a teenager, she excelled in debate
How Chen Rui, a 27-year-old researcher, is giving voice to China’s Gen Z economic challenges and shaping the policy debate. Growing Up in a Time of Transition Chen Rui (27) was born in 1997 in Wuhan, just as China’s economy was entering the
